Site Security Captain

A job at TSMC Arizona offers an opportunity to work at the most advanced semiconductor fab in the United States. TSMC Arizona’s first fab will operate its leading-edge semiconductor process technology (N4 process), starting production in the first half of 2025. The second fab will utilize its leading edge N3 and N2 process technology and be operational in 2028. The recently announced third fab will manufacture chips using 2nm or even more advanced process technology, with production starting by the end of the decade. America’s leading technology companies are ready to rely on TSMC Arizona for the next generations of chips that will power the digital future.

 

Position Summary:

The Arizona Site Security Manager is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive site security plan that aligns with corporate security policy. The role ensures the safety and security of employees, contractors, visitors, and customers at our 24/7 manufacturing site, which includes multiple posts, access controls, and CCTV system. This highly visible position, in a new site, with a high likelihood of additional facility expansion, will provide both tactical management and strategic direction to both in house and outsourced security teams. The role involves close collaboration with our global physical security, PIP, cybersecurity, and legal teams, as well as external agencies to address evolving security challenges.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Design, review, and implement security plans and operations to ensure compliance with corporate standards, local regulations, and industry best practices. 
• Oversee and optimize the deployment and management of security technologies, including CCTV systems, access control systems, fake ID detection, and sabotage prevention measures. 
• Develop and implement protocols for incident response, site security plans, and crisis management to safeguard personnel, property, and operations. 
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with local law enforcement and security authorities to ensure seamless alignment between TSMC’s policies and local laws, while enabling effective emergency support. 
• Create and enforce site security policies covering internal investigations, executive protection, workplace violence prevention, proprietary information safeguarding, theft prevention, and property management. 
• Manage security budgets, manpower allocation, and resource planning to deliver cost-efficient and effective security strategies. 
• Execute and report performance metrics (KPIs/CSIs) to measure security service effectiveness, and present to executive management as requested.
• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing review of security programs to protect corporate assets, including employees, vendors, visitors, and proprietary information.
• Coordinate security for visits from customers, government and other VIPs.
• Manage contracts and budgets with security service providers.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement chemical security programs and ensure compliance with Department of Homeland Security CFATs and C-TPAT programs.
• Conduct risk assessments, security audits, and implement corrective actions to continuously improve security controls and mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Provide leadership to the Security Command Center and security staff, including receptionists, while managing surveillance, access control, and incident response.
• Oversee crisis management, disaster response, and business continuity planning in coordination with the Risk Management team and Emergency Response Center.
• Serve as a liaison with local law enforcement, government agencies, and vendors to enhance security measures and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Oversee the selection, training, and supervision of security personnel.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Security, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or a related field. Alternatively, 15 years of progressively responsible corporate security management experience within a large-scale organization or industrial security management.
• Experience leading and managing security operations in the US Federal law enforcement, government, or military preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in managing security technologies, including CCTV systems, access control systems, and intrusion detection systems.
• Familiarity with security-related software and databases, as well as standard software platforms such as MS Office.
• Strong analytical skills to assess security risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Clear and effective oral